Sheffield · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Highlane, Sheffield
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Highlane, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Highlane and nearby
Highlane is about 4 miles north-east of Dronfield, in Sheffield. Anywhere in S12, we come to you. Highlane is one of 118 places in Sheffield we cover. We work right across the region, from Highlane to Leeds (about 34 miles away).
Every address in S12 and S20 is within our area. Streets in the area include Camdale View, Ribblesdale Drive and Camdale Rise. We also travel to Ridgeway (1 mile south-west), Hackenthorpe (1 mile north), Plumbley (1 mile south), Mosborough (1 mile south-east) and Ford (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Sheffield (4 miles north-west), Netherthorpe (5 miles north-west), Upperthorpe (6 miles north-west), West End (5 miles north-west), Walkley (6 miles north-west) and Broomhall (5 miles north-west).
What’s near Highlane
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Christ Church, The Birley Academy and Ridgeway Primary School. The nearest railway station is Woodhouse station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Arbourthorne (2.9 miles north-west) and Shirle Hill (4.9 miles north-west).
Bath repair at your home in Highlane
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can generally bathe again the day after. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We’re often asked to fix chips caused by builders and rust spots around the plughole, across whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and cast iron enamel.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Highlane (S12, S20)
- County
- Sheffield
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Highlane
How much does bath repair cost in Highlane?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Do you cover the whole of Sheffield?
We work UK-wide, so Highlane is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
What happens if you find more damage?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What affects the price in Highlane
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed price from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What the surface is made of
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Highlane. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed price
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Natural light rather than flash
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
For a price in Highlane, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Honest limits
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Highlane
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
When to call us in Highlane
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Chips under the taps
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
What your quote should include
- How your room will be protected
- How soon you can use it again
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether they match the colour on site
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the day after.
How to prepare
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
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Why repair rather than replace?
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Highlane
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- No extra charge for your area
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
How to care for the repair
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, in much the same way.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
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